Job requirements
Essential
12 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Other
Able to manage the physical and emotional demands of the role, including moving and handling of patients, able to concentrate to provide clinical care, calculation of drug dosages and communication of distressing or unwelcome information
- Other
Flexibility in working hours and patterns
- Essential
Registered Nurse and hold active registration with Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
- Essential
Degree level qualification relevant to role
- Essential
Professional qualification and training to lead the clinical team with relevant knowledge and skills for specialist area
- Essential
Evidence of mandatory and statutory essential training skills, for example, Basic Life Support, manual handling, infection control, fire etc
- Experience
Experience in nursing care, knowledge and expertise relevant to the clinical area within NHS or relevant health care organisation
- Experience
Experience in the take charge role and be able to lead a shift in the clinical area, demonstrating the ability to manage the clinical area, lead people and deal with emergencies and queries effectively
- Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Professional clinical knowledge skills and skills that demonstrate the ability to assess, plan, develop and implement programmes of care
- Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Skills to assess and interpret complex needs of patients and able to give expert advice and guidance
- Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Clinical skills and competence relevant to role to support innovative, evidence based practice.
- Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Ability to apply professional judgement and problem solve and lead discussions within the team to resolve complex issues
Desirable
4 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Essential
Management or leadership qualification or training
- Essential
Education and training qualification
- Essential
Quality improvement training and qualification
- Experience
Experience in leading a team or service change/QI project
Job overview
We are a busy Emergency Department treating on average 50,000 patients a year. We are looking for Band 6 Nurse Team Leader to work within the Accident and Emergency Department at the Conquest Hospital. There is no guessing what the day might bring.
Every day will be different, busy but never dull. You will enjoy working with supportive co-workers, providing an efficient and caring service to our patients. This is a 12 month Fixed Term Contract position or Secondment opportunity for professional development.
The patient will be at the centre of everything you do. We are looking for a highly skilled and accomplished individual who is well motivated and committed to high standards of patient care and personal professional development. The successful candidates at Band 6 will be able to demonstrate that they can manage a dedicated team to deliver nursing care of the highest standards to our patients, while working under pressure. A minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience in an Emergency Unit setting is essential as is Mentorship Level 3 or the equivalent NH330 and NA371 or equivalent. A qualification in Mental Health nursing would be an advantage.
We will provide a supportive atmosphere, mentorship and clinical supervision in the Unit and are committed to professional development of all staff. Team working and Lead nurses are an integral part of the Units with all staff enabled and empowered to make a real difference for their patients.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidates at Band 6 will be able to demonstrate that they can manage a dedicated team to deliver nursing care of the highest standards to our patients, while working under pressure.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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This advert is for Nurse Team Leader - Fixed Term/ Secondment A&E - EDGH with East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust in Eastbourne, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Team leader role. The advertised salary is £39,959 - £48,117 per annum, pro rata. The contract type is Secondment: 12 months (Internal Rotation). The application deadline is 28 Sep 2026.
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